Hull Based Master Mariner Runs Marathon

Captain Richard Spencer talks about training at sea, the challenge of long absences… and missing Hull City’s promotion to the Premier LeagueCaptain Richard Spencer has shown impressive dedication to his training for the London Marathon later this month, raising funds for global charity Sailors’ Society and getting fit by working his sea legs on a treadmill on board ship. Captain Spencer has worked in the shipping industry since 1974 and was keen to give something back to the industry which has provided him with such a rewarding and challenging career. He chose to raise funds for the Sailors’